Hazelnut Free Ginger-Lime Carrot Ribbon Salad
Bright, tangy, and impossibly fresh, this carrot ribbon salad is the kind of dish that makes people stop and ask what's in it. Long, delicate carrot ribbons are shaved with a vegetable peeler, giving the salad a beautiful, almost pasta-like texture that soaks up every drop of the dressing. That dressing is where the magic happens — fresh lime juice, coconut aminos, grated ginger, honey, and a pinch of turmeric come together into something bold and deeply savory with just a hint of warmth. A short rest at room temperature lets the ribbons soften slightly and drink in all those flavors before the cilantro and scallions go in for a final toss. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this recipe is a genuinely safe and satisfying option — every single ingredient is naturally free from hazelnuts and nut-based oils, with no workarounds needed. It's the kind of vibrant, no-fuss salad that works as a light lunch, a stunning side dish, or a make-ahead addition to any spread.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 ½ lb large carrots (about 6 medium), peeled
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tsp lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, draw it firmly along the length of each peeled carrot to shave off long, thin ribbons, rotating the carrot a quarter-turn after every few passes. Continue until you reach the narrow core, then set the core aside or discard. Transfer the ribbons to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, coconut aminos, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, turmeric, and 1/4 tsp salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
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